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3. 26-602 Language Access Instructions / Instrucciones de interpretación / Hướng dẫn diễn giải
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6. Accommodations
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8. THE LEVINE ACT
9. The Levine Act requires a Party in a Proceeding before the City of San José that involves any action related to their contract, license, permit, or use entitlement to disclose any campaign contributions to City elected or appointed officials totaling more than $500 within the 12 months prior to the City decision. A Participant to a Proceeding may voluntarily report a campaign contribution. For more information: https://www.sanjoseca.gov/your-government/appointees/city-clerk/levine-act
10. How to observe the Meeting
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15. How to submit written Public Comment before the City Council Meeting
16. Members of the public are encouraged to submit written comments to the City Council via eComment on the legistar calendar page (the eComment is the column on the far right). Click "eComment," and it will take you to the eComment page to leave comments via an easy webform. Alternatively, you may still email at city.clerk@sanjoseca.gov. Those emails will be attached to the Council Item under “Letters from the Public.” Please identify the Agenda Item Number in the subject line of your email. eComments post immediately to the website. For emailed comments, submit them no earlier than 10 days before the meeting and no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting. Comments received after 5:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting may still be posted before the meeting, depending on the volume of submissions received. You may speak to the City Council about any discussion item that is on the agenda and under Open Forum for City Business that is not on the agenda.
17. Call to Order and Roll Call
18. Closed Session, Call to Order in Council Chambers Open Session, Labor Negotiations Update (See Item 3.2) Adjourn to Closed Session in Council Chambers Conference Room, W133 See Separate Agenda
19. 26-1181 Closed Session Agenda
    Closed Session Agenda
20. Regular Session, Council Chambers, City Hall
21. Evening Session, Council Chambers, City Hall – Cancelled *The previously scheduled Evening Session has been cancelled.
22. Pledge of Allegiance
23. Invocation (District 10)
24. Reverend Steve Pinkston
25. Orders of the Day
26. SEE NEW ITEM 2.20, “Appointment to the Fire Retiree Seat on the Board of Administration for the Police and Fire Retirement Plan” TO BE ADDED UNDER ORDERS OF THE DAY. REQUIRES A DETERMINATION BY A TWO-THIRDS (2/3) VOTE OF THE MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL PRESENT AT THE MEETING, OR, IF LESS THAN TWO-THIRDS (2/3) OF THE MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL ARE PRESENT AT THE MEETING, A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE MEMBERS PRESENT THAT THERE IS A NEED TO TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION. Consolidated Open Government and Ethics Resolution No. RES2024-99, Section 2.3.2.1.E.3; Council’s Rules of Conduct, Resolution No. RES2023-22, Rule 3(d).
27. Items recommended to be added, dropped, or deferred are usually approved under Orders of the Day unless the Council directs otherwise.
28. Adjournment Recognition
29. Closed Session Report
30. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
31. Presentation of a commendation recognizing the San José - Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility and its 70 years of continuous operation. (Mahan & Cohen)
32. Presentation of a ​proclamation declaring November 14, 2026, as Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day in the City of San José, which encourages the community to come together in a shared commitment to creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive schools and neighborhoods. (Campos)
33. Presentation of a commendation to the La Raza Historical Society of Santa Clara Valley in recognition of its 10th anniversary and dedication to preserving, documenting, and sharing the rich history, cultural heritage, and contributions of Latino communities in San José and throughout the Santa Clara Valley. (Ortiz)
34. Untitled item
35. CONSENT CALENDAR
36. Notice to the public: There will be no separate discussion of Consent Calendar items as they are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be adopted by one motion. If a member of the City Council requests discussion on a particular item, that item may be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.
37. Approval of City Council Minutes.
38. Final Adoption of Ordinances.
39. Approval of Council Committee Minutes.
40. 26-1208 Approval of Council Committee Minutes.
    Approval of Council Committee Minutes

    (a) Regular Community and Economic Development Committee Meeting Minutes of October 26, 2026. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-009, Staff Reports, Assessments, Annual Reports, and Informational Memos that involve no approvals of any City action.

41. Mayor and Council Excused Absence Requests.
42. City Council Travel Reports.
43. Report from the Council Liaison to the Retirement Boards.
44. 2.7 Settlement of Lopez et al v. City of San José, et al.
    Consent Agenda

    Approve a settlement in the case of Lopez et al. v. City of San Jose et al., U.S. Dist. Ct., N.D. Cal., case no. 5:24-cv-07926-NC, in the amount of $180,000.00 and authorize the City Attorney to execute a Settlement Agreement. CEQA: Not a Project; File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (City Attorney)

45. 2.8 Retroactive Approval of “Free Use” of the City Hall East and West Plazas and the Janet Gray Hayes Rotunda for the Tunnel of Terror Event.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution retroactively authorizing “Free Use” of the City Hall East and West Plazas and the Janet Gray Hayes Rotunda on Saturday, October 24, 2026, for the Tunnel of Terror Event co-hosted by the City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs and Opera San José. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-011, Temporary Special Events resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)

46. 2.9 First Amendment to the Master Consultant Agreement with Cornerstone Earth Group, Inc. for Environmental Consulting Services.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to execute a First Amendment to the Master Consultant Agreement with Cornerstone Earth Group for environmental consulting services, increasing the amount of compensation by $1,000,000, for a total agreement not to exceed $2,000,000. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Environmental Services)

47. 2.10 First Amendment to the Agreement with N. Harris Computer Corporation for a Customer Information System Infinity Utility Billing System Upgrade.
    Consent Agenda

    (a) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to: (1) Negotiate and execute an amendment to the Agreement with N. Harris Computer Corporation (Ottawa, ON, Canada) for a Customer Information System Infinity Utility Billing System Upgrade to extend the initial two-year term to three-years, through on or about November 30, 2027, or as may be adjusted to align with the software subscription term, and increase the maximum compensation not to exceed $2,227,950, subject to the appropriation of funds; and (2) Negotiate and execute additional amendments and change orders to the Agreement for unanticipated changes during the initial term, subject to the appropriation of funds. (b) Adopt the following 2026-2027 Appropriation Ordinance amendments in the Integrated Waste Management Fund: (1) Increase the Non-Personal/Equipment Appropriation to the Environmental Services Department by $195,818; and (2) Decrease the Ending Fund Balance by $195,818. (c) Adopt the following 2026-2027 Appropriation Ordinance amendments in the Sewer Service and Use Charge fund: (1) Increase the Non-Persona/Equipment Appropriation to the Environmental Services Department by $136,221; and (2) Decrease the Ending Fund Balance by $136,221. (d) Adopt the following 2026-2027 Appropriation Ordinance amendments in the Storm Sewer Operating Fund: (1) Increase the Non-Persona/Equipment Appropriation to the Environmental Services Department by $127,707; and (2) Decrease the Ending Fund Balance by $127,707. (e) Adopt the following 2026-2027 Appropriation Ordinance amendments in the Water Utility Operating Fund: (1) Increase the Non-Persona/Equipment Appropriation to the Environmental Services Department by $391,637; and (2) Decrease the Ending Fund Balance by $391,637. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Environmental Services/Finance/City Manager)

48. 2.11 Actions Related to the Purchase Order with Bear Electrical Solutions, LLC for Fiber Optic Cable Services.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to: (a) Execute a purchase order with Bear Electrical Solutions, LLC, (Alviso, CA), for the purchase of fiber optic cable services beginning on or about November 17, 2026, and ending on or about November 16, 2027, for a not-to-exceed amount of $700,000, subject to the appropriation of funds; and (b) Approve a contingency of $140,000 to address any unanticipated changes to fiber optic cable service needs, subject to the appropriation of funds; and (c) Exercise up to six one-year options to extend the term of the purchase order with the last option ending on or about November 16, 2033, subject to the appropriation of funds. CEQA: Categorically Exempt, File No. ER24-313, Citywide Right-of-Way Maintenance. (Finance)

49. 2.12 Actions Related to the Purchase Order with Owen Equipment Sales for As Required Sewage Cleaning Machine Rental Services.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to: (a) Amend purchase order OP 67528 with Owen Equipment Sales (Fairfield, California), for the purchase of as required sewage cleaning machine rental services, to increase the maximum compensation by up to $400,000, for a revised maximum compensation not to exceed $920,000, for the period ending November 30, 2026; and (b) Exercise up to one additional one-year option to extend the term of the purchase order with Owen Equipment Sales (Fairfield, California), for the purchase of as required sewage cleaning machine rental services, with the last option ending on or about November 30, 2027, subject to the appropriation of funds. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Finance)

50. 2.13 Actions Related to the Purchase Order with SNF Polydyne Inc. for Polymers for Co-thickening and Centrifuge Dewatering.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to amend purchase order OP 68069 with SNF Polydyne Inc. (Riceboro, Georgia), for the purchase of polymers for co-thickening and centrifuge dewatering to increase the maximum compensation by up to $1,950,000, for a revised maximum compensation not to exceed $4,700,000, for the period ending June 30, 2027. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Finance)

51. 2.14 Actions Related to the Purchase Order with Technology Engineering & Construction, Inc. for Fuel Storage Tank and Dispensing Equipment Maintenance, Repair, Inspection, and Testing Services.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to amend purchase order OP 65438 with Technology Engineering & Construction, Inc. dba TEC Acutite (San Francisco, California), for fuel storage tank and dispensing equipment maintenance, repair, inspection, and testing services to increase the maximum compensation by up to $800,000, for a revised maximum compensation not to exceed $1,200,000, for the period ending March 31, 2027, subject to the appropriation of funds. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Finance)

52. 2.15 Actions Related to the Purchase Order with Tom Lopes Distributing, Inc. for Fuel and Petroleum Products.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to: (a) Amend purchase order OP 68216 and execute additional purchase orders with Tom Lopes Distributing, Inc. dba Western States Oil CO (San José, CA) for the purchase of fuel and petroleum products, to increase the maximum compensation up to $5,560,000, for a revised maximum compensation not-to-exceed $7,130,000, for the period ending July 28, 2027, subject to the appropriation of funds; (b) Approve a contingency of $1,400,000 for additional unanticipated fuel and petroleum products, subject to the appropriation of funds; and (c) Exercise up to six one-year options to extend the term of the purchase orders with the last option ending on or about July 28, 2033, subject to the appropriation of funds. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Finance)

53. 2.16 Third Amendment to the Standard Consultant Agreement with CSG Advisors Incorporated for Consulting Services.
    Consent Agenda

    (a) Adopt a resolution authorizing the Housing Director, or their designee, to negotiate and execute the Third Amendment to the Standard Consultant Agreement with CSG Advisors Incorporated to increase compensation by $1,000,000, for a total maximum compensation not to exceed $2,000,000, for housing finance and development advisory and housing policy consulting services, for the term ending June 30, 2027. (b) Adopt the following 2026-2027 Appropriation Ordinance amendments in the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund: (1) Decrease the Unrestricted Ending Fund Balance by $1,000,000; and (2) Increase the Non-Personal/Equipment appropriation to the Housing Department by $1,000,000. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Housing/City Manager)

54. 2.17 Actions Related to the Master Agreement Amendment with Mosaic Public Partners LLC for Recruitment Projects.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to negotiate and execute a Second Amendment to the Master Agreement with Mosaic Public Partners LLC, for recruitment projects, increasing the amount of compensation by $300,000 for a total compensation amount not to exceed $680,000, with each service order subject to the appropriation of funds. CEQA: Not a Project: File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Human Resources)

55. 2.18 Approval of “Free Use” of City Hall Facilities for the Youth Empowerment Summit.
    Consent Agenda

    Adopt a resolution authorizing “Free Use” of the Janet Gray Hayes Rotunda, Council Chambers, Wing Conference Rooms, City Hall garage and Fourth Street garage for the private Youth Empowerment Summit to be held on Saturday, April 17, 2027, co-hosted by the Library and the Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Departments. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-011, Temporary Special Events resulting in no changes to physical environment. (Library)

56. 2.19 Approval of the World AIDS Day Flag Raising, Quilt Display, and Tower and Rotunda Lighting Sponsored by Council Districts 9 and 3 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event.
    Consent Agenda

    As recommended by the Rules and Open Government Committee on November 4, 2026: (a) Approve the World AIDS Day flag raising scheduled on December 1, 2026, Tower and Rotunda Lighting scheduled for December 1-2, 2026, and special use of the Rotunda for December 1, 2026, as a City Council sponsored Special Event and approve the expenditure of funds; and (b) Approve and accept donations from various individuals, businesses, or community groups to support the event. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-011, Temporary Special Events resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (Foley and Tordillos) [Rules Committee referral 11/4/2026 - Item B.4]

57. 2.20 Appointment to the Fire Retiree Seat on the Board of Administration for the Police and Fire Retirement Plan.
    Consent Agenda

    Appoint Richard Santos as the Fire Retiree Representative to the Board of Administration for the Police and Fire Department Retirement Plan to a term beginning December 1, 2026 and ending November 30, 2030. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (City Clerk)

58. STRATEGIC SUPPORT
59. Report of the City Manager, Jennifer Maguire (Verbal Report).
60. Labor Negotiations Update.
61. PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES
62. TRANSPORTATION & AVIATION SERVICES
63. ENVIRONMENTAL & UTILITY SERVICES
64. 6.1 Actions Related to the 10501 - Regional Wastewater Facility HVAC Improvements Phase 1 Re-Bid Project.
    Environmental & Utility Services

    (a) Adopt a resolution adopting the Addendum to the Environmental Impact Report for the San José-Santa Clara Water Pollution Control Plant Master Plan in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act , as amended, and a related Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. (b) Accept the report on bids and award of construction contract to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Blocka Construction, Inc., in the amount of $11,248,000, for the 10501 - Regional Wastewater Facility HVAC Improvements Phase 1 Re-Bid Project. (c) Approve a 15% contingency in the amount of $1,687,200. CEQA: Addendum to the San José / Santa Clara Water Pollution Control Plant Master Plan Final Environmental Impact Report adopted November 19, 2013 (Resolution No. 76858), File No. PP11-043. (Environmental Services)

65. 6.2 Master Consultant Agreement with Black & Veatch for Engineering Services as Owner’s Advisor for the 10668 - Pump Stations Improvements Phase 1 Project.
    Environmental & Utility Services

    Approve the Master Consultant Agreement with Black & Veatch Corporation to provide Owner’s Advisor services for the 10668 - Pump Stations Improvements Phase 1 Project at the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility from the date of execution through December 31, 2036, in a total amount not to exceed $16,885,000, subject to the appropriation of funds. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-003, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Environmental Services)

66. 6.3 Actions Related to the Issuance of Non-Exclusive Franchise Agreements for the Collection, Transport, and Delivery of Residential Clean-out Material and Construction and Demolition Debris.
    Environmental & Utility Services

    (a) Conduct a public hearing on the applications of the 33 companies listed below for nonexclusive franchises for the collection, transport, and delivery of residential clean-out material and construction and demolition debris: (1) All Points Roll Off, Inc. (2) Allied Waste Services of North America, LLC dba Republic Services of Santa Clara County (3) American Debris Box Service, Inc. (4) Bayview Industrial Services, Inc. (5) Bernardini Enterprises, Inc. dba JD Services (6) Capo Electric, Inc. dba Adalita Hauling (7) City-wide Fibers, Inc. (8) Compactor Management Company, LLC (9) David Jaimes dba D&L Hauling and Demolition Services (10) Eco Box Recycling, Inc. (11) Environmental Resource Recovery, Inc. dba Valley Recycling (12) Evergreen Waste Services (13) Ferma Greenbox, Inc. (14) G W Debris Services, LLC (15) Garden of Eden Landscapes, Inc. dba Ground Force Enterprises (16) Guadalupe Rubbish Disposal Co, Inc. dba Guadalupe Recycling & Disposal Facility (17) Jonna Corporation, Inc. dba Premier Recycle Company (18) Lam Hauling, Inc. dba 7 Days Box/Lam Dumpster (19) Nextdoor Dumpster, LLC (20) Pacific Coast Recycling, Inc. (21) Peninsula Debris Box Service, LLC (22) Phi Ta dba TA Trucking (23) Recology South Bay dba Recology Silicon Valley (24) Redwood Services, Inc. dba Redwood Debris Box Service Trucking, Inc. (25) R & D Mendes Enterprises, Inc. dba Accurate Cleaning Systems (26) Superior Demolition Services, Inc. (27) TDB Incorporated dba Forged Dumpsters (28) Toca Debris Box, LLC (29) United Recycle Services, LLC (30) Uriel Del Toro dba Del Toro Trucking Haul (31) Waste Connections of California, Inc. dba GreenTeam of San José (32) Zebra Dumpsters, LLC (b) Approve 32 ordinances granting the non-exclusive franchises to the thirty-three companies listed above. (c) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to: (1) Negotiate and execute non-exclusive franchise agreements with the 32 companies for the collection, transport, and delivery of residential clean out material and construction and demolition debris, with a term from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, inclusive with an option for the City of San José to extend the term for up to three one-year terms; and (2) Negotiate and execute amendments to said agreements to conform with the requirements of the Construction and Demolition Diversion Program. CEQA: Not a Project, File No. ER26-175, Agreements/Contracts (New or Amended) resulting in no physical changes to the environment. (Environmental Services)

67. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
68. COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
69. REDEVELOPMENT – SUCCESSOR AGENCY
70. LAND USE
71. Notice to the public: There will be no separate discussion of Land Use Consent Calendar (Item 10.1) as they are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be adopted by one motion. If a member of the City Council requests discussion on a particular item, that item will be removed from the Land Use Consent Calendar (Item 10.1) and considered separately.
72. Land Use on Consent Calendar - TO BE HEARD IMMEDIATELY AFTER CONSENT
73. (a) PP26-003 - Amendment to Title 13 (Streets, Sidewalks, and Public Places) and Title 20 (Zoning Code) of the San José Municipal Code for Compliance with State Law, City Council Directed Changes, and Code Maintenance Updates.
    Land Use Consent Agenda

    Approve an ordinance of the City of San José amending Title 13 (Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places); and various Sections of Title 20 (Zoning Ordinance or Zoning Code) of the San José Municipal Code to: (1) Amend Section 13.32.020 to revise tree removal procedures for trees located within High and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones and modify the definition of ‘Unsuitable tree’ to clarify its applicability to trees located within those zones; (2) Amend Chapter 20.30 to incorporate previously omitted text to Section 20.30.100; and minor clarifying edits to Sections 20.30.280, 20.50.100, 20.55.100 and 20.75.130; (3) Amend Chapter 20.30, Part 5, Section 20.30.500 to amend retaining wall height requirement and permitting provisions; (4) Amend Chapter 20.30, Part 9.5, Section 20.30.860 to clarify provisions applicable to properties listed on the Historic Resource Inventory and ensure compliance with State law Assembly Bill 1061; (5) Amend Chapter 20.30, Part 9, Section 20.30.852 and Chapter 20.80, Part 2.75, Sections 20.80.175, and 20.80.176 to align Accessory Dwelling Unit provisions with State law; (6) Amend Chapter 20.30, Part 6, Section 20.30.630 to add vehicular gate permitting provisions; (7) Amend Chapter 20.50, Section 20.50.100 to add note related to incidental fuel-cell power generation facilities for enumerated industrial uses; (8) Amend Chapter 20.80, Part 5, Section 20.80.410 and 20.80.420 to modify the existing definition of ‘demolition’ and clarify applicability to historic resources; (9) Amend Chapter 20.100, Section 20.100.220 to reformat table; (10) Amend Chapter 20.100, Section 20.100.630 to reinsert previous finding for Site Development permit; (11) Amend Chapter 20.120, Section 20.120.060 to increase noticing period from 10 days to 20 days to ensure compliance with State law Assembly Bill 2904; (12) Amend Chapter 20.150, ‘nonconforming uses’ Part 1, Sections 20.150.020, 20.150.090 and 20.150.110 to amend the applicable timeframe for reinstatement of a legal nonconforming use and eliminate the special use permit requirement; (13) Amend Chapter 20.200, to incorporate minor revisions to existing definitions to Sections 20.200.030, ‘Accessory Structure’; 20.200.390, ‘Fence’; 20.200.670, ‘Corner lot’; 20.200.510, ‘Height; and 20.200.1225, ‘Streamlined review for infill housing development.’; (14) And to make other technical, non-substantive, or formatting changes within those Sections of Title 13 and Title 20 of the San José Municipal Code. CEQA: Determination of Consistency with the Envision San José 2040 General Plan Final Program Environmental Impact Report (Resolution No. 76041)and Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (Resolution No. 77617), and Addenda thereto. Planning Commission recommends approval (7-0-4, Bhandal , Nguyen, Rosario, and Oliverio absent) on October 8, 2026 (Item 5.c.). (Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement)

74. END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
75. Land Use - Regular Agenda
76. Open Forum
77. Members of the Public are invited to speak on any item that does not appear on today’s Agenda and that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Members of the public may only speak at Open Forum once.
78. Adjournment
79. All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are distributed to a majority of the legislative body will be available for public inspection online at https://sanjose.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx or at the Office of the City Clerk at San José City Hall, 200 E. Santa Clara Street, Tower 14th Floor, San José, CA 95113 at the same time that the public records are distributed or made available to the legislative body. Any draft contracts, ordinances and resolutions posted on the Internet site or distributed in advance of the Council meeting may not be the final documents approved by the City Council. Please go to the Clerk’s Records Database https://records.sanjoseca.gov/Pages/Search.aspx for the final document, or you many also contact the Office of the City Clerk at (408) 535-1260 or city.clerk@sanjoseca.gov.
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